The nameSilvio
Silvio is an Italian name, given quietly in France since the early 20th century.
- Boy's name
- Latin
Meaning
It comes from the Latin silva, "forest".
Origin
Latin, through Italian. In legend, Silvius was a king of Alba Longa, an ancestor of Romulus.
History
Found in France since 1903, Silvio has been given steadily but rarely, with a peak in the 1960s and a slight revival in the 2000s.
Popularity of the name Silvio
Silvio in France
Silvio was most popular in France in the 2000s, with 205 births over the decade, 13% of all recorded babies named Silvio. Its rise began around 1903, and it peaked in 1966. Half of all babies named Silvio in France were born before 1983, so it is mostly a parents' generation name.
Variants and related names
Silvio in our baby name lists
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Silvio mean?
It comes from the Latin silva, "forest".
What is the origin of the name Silvio?
Latin, through Italian. In legend, Silvius was a king of Alba Longa, an ancestor of Romulus.
Is Silvio a girl's or a boy's name?
Silvio is a boy's name.
What are the variants of the name Silvio?
Variants and related names of Silvio include Sylvio.